Tasting Room Associate- Buttonwood

TMC Group LLC; Solvang (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Buttonwood Farm & Winery in Santa Ynez, CA is seeking a hospitality-focused Tasting Room Associate to join our team. You’ll welcome guests, educate them about our wines, and guide tastings with warmth and care.

Ideal candidates have winery tasting room experience, strong hospitality and communication skills, and weekend availability. You’ll work both indoors and outdoors, contribute to events, and help maintain a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Qualifications

• Previous winery tasting room experience.
• Weekend availability required.
• Strong hospitality and customer service skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to speak with guests about wine and the winery experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide a warm, engaging tasting room experience.
• Educate guests about Buttonwood wines, vineyard history, and winemaking practices.
• Conduct wine tastings and make thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Process wine, merchandise, and club sales accurately through the POS system.
• Promote wine club memberships and special events.
• Maintain tasting room cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards.
• Assist with inventory, restocking, opening, and closing duties.
• Support winery events, private tastings, and special guest experiences as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Skills

Hospitality

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Tasting Room Associate

Buttonwood Farm & Winery | Santa Ynez, CA

Buttonwood Farm & Winery is seeking a hospitality-focused Tasting Room Associate to join our team. Nestled in the heart of Santa Ynez wine country, Buttonwood is a working vineyard, winery, and destination where guests come to enjoy exceptional wines, beautiful surroundings, and genuine hospitality.

We are looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people, sharing stories, and creating memorable experiences. This role is ideal for an individual with previous tasting room experience who is passionate about wine, hospitality, and delivering personalized guest service.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome guests and provide a warm, engaging tasting room experience
• Educate guests about Buttonwood wines, vineyard history, and winemaking practices
• Conduct wine tastings and make thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences
• Process wine, merchandise, and club sales accurately through the POS system
• Promote wine club memberships and special events
• Maintain tasting room cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards
• Assist with inventory, restocking, opening, and closing duties
• Support winery events, private tastings, and special guest experiences as needed
• Collaborate with team members to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere for guests

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a winery tasting room
• Weekend availability is required
• Strong hospitality and customer service skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to comfortably speak with guests about wine and the winery experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Wine club sales experience
• Knowledge of Santa Barbara County wines and wine regions
• Experience with winery POS systems
• Passion for food, wine, agriculture, and hospitality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, special events, and peak tourism periods

Why Buttonwood?

Buttonwood is more than a winery-it’s a destination rooted in hospitality, agriculture, and community. We take pride in creating authentic experiences that connect guests to our wines, our land, and the people behind them.

If you are passionate about wine, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.

Weekend availability and previous tasting room experience are required for consideration.

About TMC Hospitality

TMC Hospitality is a hospitality management and development company dedicated to creating thoughtfully designed destinations that bring people together through exceptional experiences, memorable spaces, and genuine hospitality.

Our portfolio includes Drift Hotels, Bode, Maleza Restaurants, and Buttonwood Farm & Winery-each with its own unique identity but united by a commitment to design, culture, and community. From boutique hotels and destination restaurants to vineyards and event venues, we create places that inspire connection and celebrate a sense of place.

At Drift, we blend minimalist design with authentic local experiences, creating hotels that feel both elevated and approachable. At Bode, we reimagine group travel by combining the comforts of home with the amenities and service of a boutique hotel. Maleza brings together vibrant hospitality, thoughtful cuisine, and community-driven experiences, while Buttonwood offers a distinctive wine country destination rooted in agriculture, events, and hospitality.

With properties in California, Tennessee, and Baja California Sur, TMC Hospitality continues to grow while remaining focused on one core belief: hospitality should feel personal, intentional, and unforgettable.

If you’re passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous growth, we'd love to meet you.